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31%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
87%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
21%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleLong Beach/100k peopleMississippi/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime271n/a (estimate)1,5991,9922,324
Murder1n/a5.97.86.3
Rape0n/a0.033.740.0
Robbery3n/a17.725.666.1
Assault4n/a23.6178.0268.2
Violent crime8n/a (estimate)47245370
Burglary54n/a318.7350.2269.8
Theft189n/a1,115.41,222.61,401.9
Vehicle theft20n/a118.0173.9282.7
Property crime263n/a (estimate)1,5521,7471,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Long Beach, MS

The Long Beach crime rates are 31.2% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 8 violent crimes in Long Beach (47 per 100,000 people), which is 87.2% lower than the national average and there were a total of 263 property crimes (1552 per 100,000 residents) which is 20.6% lower than average.

With only 47 incidents per 100,000 people, Long Beach boasts an exceptionally low rate of violent crimes, positioning it as one of the safest cities in the United States. Given these low violent crime rates, Long Beach has become an appealing destination for individuals in search of a secure and welcoming place to establish their new home.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Long Beach?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Long Beach. Based on the results of the surveys (20 responses), 85% of people felt that there was very little crime in Long Beach and felt safe walking alone at night. While 15% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Long Beach a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Long Beach is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Long Beach has a total crime rate that is 31% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.74 daily crimes (0.02 violent daily crimes and 0.72 daily property crimes) in Long Beach.

Has Crime in Long Beach Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Long Beach has decreased by 18.1% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Long Beach is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 14.3%, while property crime has decreased by 18.8%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Long Beach.

Potential Causes for Crime in Long Beach

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Long Beach, 83.9% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Long Beach, the cost of living is 5.61% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

The median home price in Long Beach is $158,200, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

Long Beach crime map



The Long Beach crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Long Beach as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Long Beach crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Long Beach crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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Crime Quick Facts

  • Long Beach crime rates are 31% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Long Beach are 87% lower than the national average
  • In Long Beach you have a 1 in 63 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Long Beach is safer than 71% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Long Beach has decreased by 21%

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        Daily Crime In Long Beach (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Long Beach, Mississippi is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Long Beach are 1.25 times less than the Mississippi average and 1.45 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Long Beach are 5.19 times less than than Mississippi and 7.83 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Long Beach are 1.13 times less than than Mississippi and 1.26 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Long Beach (higher is better)

        Is Long Beach safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Mississippi as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Long Beach to other cities in the state and across the country, Long Beach is 78% safer than other cities of Mississippi and 71% safer than other cities in the nation. Long Beach has a ranks above average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Long Beach

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Long Beach is 1 in 2118
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Long Beach is 1 in 65
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Long Beach is 1 in 63
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Long Beach, Mississippi? If you reside in Long Beach, then there is a 1 in 2118 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 65. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 63 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Long Beach.

        Year Over Year Crime In Long Beach (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Long Beach is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Long Beach has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 9% in Long Beach, while property crimes in Long Beach have decreased by 22%. Total crime has decreased by 21% year over year.

        Long Beach police department

        Item Long Beach Mississippi National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)504,806558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.33.83.3
        There are a total of 50 Long Beach police officers. This results in 3.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 13.3% less than the Mississippi average and 1.5% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Mississippi

        State Total offenders Mississippi /100K National /100K
        Mississippi11,060380266
        There are a total of 11,060 sex offenders in Mississippi. This yields a total of 380 sex offenders in Mississippi per 100,000 residents which is 43% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        DeLisle, MS1,60134245280
        Lyman, MS2,30357403460
        Henderson Point, MS27699706805
        Diamondhead, MS8,076105750856
        Waveland, MS6,352721,4601,532
        Gulfport, MS71,6602691,9192,188
        Pass Christian, MS6,079172,2882,304
        Long Beach, MS15,829471,5521,599

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        Spanish Springs, NV15,8203231,6952,018
        Humble, TX15,8191,10010,81111,912
        New Territory, TX15,8431769381,115
        Los Lunas, NM15,8145123,9484,459
        Long Beach, MS15,829471,5521,599
        Source: The Long Beach, MS crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.